We are a team of Psychotherapists and Music Therapists who help your life shine a little brighter. πΆππ§
12/11/2025
Sometimes, itβs not sadness that shows up, itβs numbness.
If youβve ever felt disconnected or βflat,β youβre not broken. Your body may simply be protecting you from emotional overload.In our latest blog, we explore why emotional numbness happens, what itβs trying to tell you, and how therapy can help you find your way back to feeling - softly, safely, and at your own pace.
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12/10/2025
What we take in daily β through conversations, media, or even the background noise of our environments β leaves a mark on our nervous system. The mind doesnβt always distinguish between what is βrealβ and what is βabsorbed,β which means what we watch, listen to, and dwell on becomes part of our inner world.
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From a psychological perspective, this kind of consumption directly impacts mood, sleep, stress levels, and even physical health. Gentle awareness around what you allow in creates space for more stability, clarity, and emotional balance. Protecting your inputs is one way of protecting your whole self β mind, body, and spirit.
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12/08/2025
About last night π
It was so great getting together to celebrate another amazing year together. Weβve grown so much as a company, but also as a family β and it all just feels soβ¦ right β¨
Thank you to our community for your ongoing trust in us, and thank you to our incredible team for the compassionate support you always look to provide. Feeling so grateful to work alongside such kind, special people π
At Shine, we truly have it so good π Hereβs to more growth, more laughter, and more music in 2026.
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12/05/2025
Behind every question, reflection, or silence in a session is a therapist who is trained to hold space for your growth. Our mindset is not to judge or to βfixβ you, but to walk alongside you, guiding you toward clarity, resilience, and healing at a pace that feels right for you.
Itβs less about having the answers, and more about creating the conditions where your answers can emerge.
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12/03/2025
βLet kindness sing in every part, the gentle music of the heartβ β€οΈ
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Have you met Shriya? π
Shriya joined our team back in August and supports individuals of all ages and abilities to heal, grow, and connect through music. She creates a warm, compassionate space where you and/or your loved ones can address emotional, social, and developmental goals in a holistic way. She often specializes in working with infants, children, and youth with developmental delays, medical complexities, and/or social challenges.
Her goal as a therapist is to offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can reach your unique potential at a pace that feels right for you. Shriya strives to help you enjoy and navigate life in positive, meaningful ways.
In session, Shriya uses music, evidence-based techniques, and a deeply empathetic presence to support each clientβs individual needs. For Shriya, music is not just a tool, but a bridge β a way to build meaningful connections and strengthen our ability to reach personal goals. She considers it a privilege to work with each and every one of her clients.
Having grown up in the Caribbean, Shriya understands that everyone comes from a unique walk of life. She believes that no matter what you have faced or what the future holds, everyone deserves to live a life filled with happiness, peace, and fulfillment β and she is hopeful that you or your loved ones can find that too.
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Interested in booking a session? Contact us to get started β¨
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12/02/2025
Things are getting festive over here! π
We are all looking forward to our upcoming Christmas recital AND a team dinner (with a secret santa gift exchangeπ πΌ) to celebrate another wonderful year together π
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11/28/2025
Your mind is a garden πΌπ·πͺ»πͺ·
Every thought, word, and influence is a seed. What you consume shapes what grows within. We encourage you to take a moment to reflect: what are you planting today?
And then head to the link in our bio to read our full blog post about the importance of nurturing your mind!
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11/26/2025
Boundaries are often thought of in terms of relationships, but theyβre just as important for your inner life. Every interaction, every news story, and every visual you encounter carries energetic weight. Without boundaries, we absorb far more than our minds and bodies are designed to process.
From a therapeutic standpoint, strong energetic boundaries help protect your emotional health, regulate stress hormones, and maintain a sense of inner steadiness. Honouring what you let in β and what you donβt β creates the conditions for mental clarity, emotional resilience, and physical restoration.
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11/24/2025
That one time Caleigh and Noreen showed up to supervision with the same coffee mugβ¦ βNamaste in bedβ βοΈ
What are the chances? π€π
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11/21/2025
Our therapists asked and we listened β¨
New light dimmers in all of our therapy offices to ensure comfort for all who enter them ποΈ
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11/19/2025
Our bodies hold stories. Stress, trauma, and worry can show up as muscle tension, shallow breathing, or fatigue. Music therapy can act as a bridge between body and mind, guiding both into states of greater balance. Slow, steady rhythms can regulate the nervous system. Singing can deepen the breath. Dancing can reconnect you with your body in a joyful, safe way.
This isnβt just about listening β itβs about experiencing. Music invites us to move from thinking into feeling, from holding back into expressing, from isolation into connection. In this way, music becomes more than background noise. It becomes a partner in your healing journey.
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Contact The Practice
Send a message to Shine Music and Therapy Services:
Music Therapy (Board-Certified) and Music Lessons β« Empowering those in our community one song at a time. Based in Mississauga, Ontario.
More about Music Therapy at Shine Music Co.
Julia takes a humanistic, client-centered approach when working with her music therapy clients. Julia offers quality care that focuses on one's individuality and uniqueness and believes that music has an innate ability to help one reach their fullest potential. Julia uses musical and non-musical interventions to meet the needs and goal areas of her clients, whether they be emotional, spiritual, educational, or physical.
Which client populations do you specialize with?
- Anticipatory Grief, Palliative Care, and Bereavement
- Developmental Disorders and Special Needs
- Memory Impairment and Dementia
- Mental Health Disorders
Where do sessions take place?
Individual and Group Programs are now available at our new studio located in Mississauga, Ontario. Additionally, Julia holds many contracts and subcontracts at residential hospices, day programs, and long-term facilities where she provides services to those in and around her community. Please contact with all in-home service inquiries.
For more information about music therapy at Shine Music Co., please click here: https://www.shinemusicco.com/what-is-music-therapy
More about Music Lessons at Shine Music Co.
We provide music lessons to those of all ages and abilities. Trained extensively in classical, musical theatre, contemporary, and jazz genres, Julia is equipped with the knowledge to help you reach your goals. Trained and certified as a music therapist, Julia believes that lessons should be fun, uplifting, and catered to the individual needs of each student.
At Shine Music Company, we offer:
- Voice Lessons
- Piano Lessons
- Guitar Lessons
- Ukulele Lessons
- Theory lessons
- Songwriting Courses
